Customer reviews for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100

Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100

Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100 : Be your own barista right at home with this professional-styled stainless-steel Cuisinart® Espresso Maker. Efficient 1,000-watt heating element and 15 bars of pressure quickly brew one or two cups of ground espresso or pod. The stainless steam wand and frothing cup effortlessly turn espresso into a cappuccino, latté or café mocha. Like top-of-the-line commercial espresso machines, this one keeps cups warm and ready with the top warming plate. The extra-large 53-oz. reservoir saves you from refilling the tank to serve family and friends. Limited 3-year warranty. 1,000 watts. 13 1/2 lbs. 8"W x 11"D x 13"H. Model: EM-100. Product Features Powerful 1,000-watt heating element brews coffee drinks efficiently fast 15 bars of steady pressure allows for perfect flavor extraction Stainless-steel steam wand and frothing cup steams milks to perfection Top warming tray lets you heat cups before filling Portafilter holder locks so it's easier to dispose of wet grounds after use Stainless-steel filter baskets ensure purity of flavor Drip tray and cover remove for easy cleanup Easy-to-fill reservoir features flip-back cover for easy filling Cleaning pin removes excess milk or coffee particles from inside the steam wand or filter basket Includes tamping tool, measuring spoon, stainless-steel frothing cup, cleaning pin, instruction/recipe booklet and how-to DVD
Overall rating:
4.667 / 5
4.7
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5
(12 reviews) 12
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12 out of 12(100%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
Review 1 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

PostedDecember 5, 2010
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Gretchen
fromHelena, MT
A good product, easy to use, easy to clean, makes good espresso. Much cheaper than buying at a coffee shop. I'm very happy with it.
Pros: Cord length, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Easy to change/Empty filter, easy to use, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well
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Review 2 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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4 / 5
4 / 5

easy to use

PostedNovember 15, 2011
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AnKo
fromNew York, NY, USA
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Intermediate
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
Makes great coffee. I had difficulty learning how to make the froth, with practice it's getting better.
Pros: easy to use, Performs Well, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Appearance/ Design /Style
Cons: Noise
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Review 3 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Purchase!!!

PostedAugust 8, 2011
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RickyJoe79
fromPonce,PR
If your budget is limited, this is the machine!!!!!! Works like the itallians...GREAT PURCHASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Warranty, easy to use, Low noise, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, Functional/Useful, capacity
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Review 4 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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4 / 5
4 / 5

Easy and fast

PostedMay 17, 2011
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AUDIO
fromLos Angeles, Ca.
It brews fast is easy to use and easy to clean. You don't have to wait for the pressure to release to brew multiple cups and the frothing wand works great. It looks good in my kitchen next to the Cuisinart coffee maker. I also like the cup warmer. I don't drink coffee but my husband says it makes a nice smooth full bodied latte. I made multiple cups at my weekly game day with my family and they loved it. My only complaint is it drips from the dispenser while using the frothing wand.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, quality, Easy to change/Empty filter, Fast/ Speed, easy to use, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, capacity
Cons: drips
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Review 5 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Glad I got it

PostedJanuary 4, 2011
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TOPSqueen
fromOregon coast
While looking for an espresso machine this was among mt top picks, it's the only one with a 3 year guarantee. I've only had it for one day. It's very easy to use the coffee was excellent. Very nice recipe booklet and vedio. Cannot wait to share this with my daughter-in-law. She's a real espresso lover. Going to make a tote for it.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Material, Easy to change/Empty filter, Fast/ Speed, Warranty, easy to use, True to Color, Low noise, construction, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, Functional/Useful, Easy to view/Read, capacity, 3 filters included, easy to clean out grounds
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Review 6 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Espresso Maker

PostedDecember 5, 2010
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jonesy
fromSanta Rosa, CA
We were looking for a maker that was inexpensive and bought this one. Extremely well made. Only had it for a month but we love it and plan on using it all of the time.
Pros: Value for Money, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Functional/Useful
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Review 7 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

The Right Choice!

PostedJuly 20, 2010
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JJMK
fromDayton, Ohio
I searched for a couple months for the best valued espresso machine and decided to purchase the Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100. After one month I can wholeheartedly say..."I made the right choice"!
Look no further if you want a quality espresso machine at a very reasonable price.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, Easy to change/Empty filter, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, Fast/ Speed, Low noise, Performs Well, quality, True to Color, Value for Money
Cons: Vibrates
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Review 8 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Best Pump Machine We Have Owned So Far

PostedJune 9, 2010
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tartetatin
fromGrand Rapids, MI
We have owned pump machines before (Krups, Braun) and have been disappointed in the espresso quality - not much crema, not sufficiently strong and concentrated brew. Additionally, both units quit functioning at about one year old. We defaulted to cheapo vacuum machines and stove top Moka pots for the last ten years or so. I recently purchased the Cuisinart pump machine for my daughter's birthday, based on the reviews at Chef's, the reasonable price, and my satisfaction with other Cuisinart tools in my kitchen. Daughter was absolutely delighted with the machine. I, in turn, purchased the same for our household and we are amazed at the rich espresso, and the finely steamed milk with its light and creamy texture. We used to make lattes to make the best of the vacuum pot brews. Now it seems like a shame to dilute that rich creamy espresso goodness!
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to use, quality, Value for Money, delicious results
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Review 9 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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4 / 5
4 / 5

So far, so good.

PostedApril 20, 2010
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dodica
fromNew York, NY
I've just had it a few days and it seems perfect.
Ask me in a few weeks.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, Cord length, easy to use, Fast/ Speed, Low noise, multi-purpose, Performs Well
Cons: not so easy to refill tank.
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Review 10 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Finally an Espresso Machine that works!

PostedMarch 30, 2010
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jck50
fromCharlotte NC
We had a quest to replace our old Espresso machine we went thru a number of brands withour success Krupps has a great machine but a faulty design on their steamer wand. Ohers didn't heat the espresso properly. This unit has preformed perfectly .
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, Fast/ Speed, Functional/Useful
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Review 11 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

great espresso maker for a reasonable price

PostedFebruary 26, 2010
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sammi
fromFt Lauderdale FL
This espresso machine is so good that my wife and I bought a second one for my second home! Its easy to use and makes great coffee and foamed milk. Much better than the old Pavoni I have had for 35 years! It also is well built and looks good on the counter. Only negative is that the pump is noisy-but not more than other electric pumps I've hear.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, construction, Easy to Clean/Wash, Performs Well, quality
Cons: Noise
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Review 12 for Cuisinart Pump Espresso Maker EM-100
Overall rating 
4 / 5
4 / 5

Remove the nozzle sleeve for better foam

PostedNovember 17, 2009
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vackergirl
fromChehalis, WA
This machine replaces my old Krups. Very happy with the qualitiy of the machine, the ease of use and the esspresso. The foam was an issue, overtopping even my larger pitcher until I realized you can remove the metal sleeve on the nozzle. Take off the sleeve and you have much better control of the foam and still produce a superior product, plus less mess to clean up afterward!
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, construction, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, quality, Value for Money
Cons: wait for steam
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